Photographic equipment with USB ports can connect directly to Rugged BOSS SSD. Make certain to use a
cable that supports the port on your device as it can differ by model. If you receive a USB error on the LCD,
see the note above regarding powered devices.
It is recommended that you change your camera's connection state to "Mass storage" if the option is
available in the device's settings.
iPhone, iPad and Android phone/tablet
While USB storage and photographic devices are the expected devices, Rugged BOSS SSD can also copy
files stored on an iPhone, iPad or Android phone/tablet via the Type A port. Similar to storage devices
connected to the Type A port, you can copy all the contents on your mobile device’s storage using Easy
copy. However, performing an Easy copy also copies all system files on your mobile device. For precision
copying, connect your mobile device to Rugged BOSS SSD via the dedicated tethered cable and use the
BOSS app to choose only the files you want.
If you connect your mobile device to the Type A port and select an Easy copy, you may receive an error
message on the LCD to check the USB connection. Both Android and iOS require permission to allow
connected devices to access files. Many Android and all iOS devices have simple pop-up dialogs to give
consent. If you do not see the pop-up on your Android device, navigate to the settings for USB connections
to accept sharing files. The default for some Android devices is to allow a connected device with a battery
to charge from your mobile device, which is not recommended.
Copies from Android and iOS mobile devices back up media files from the Camera Roll. A copy from the
mobile device is not a backup of the device and should not be considered a full backup.
USB hub
While a USB hub can support multiple USB storage devices, it’s possible that Rugged BOSS SSD only
recognizes one of them. Use the LaCie BOSS app to choose which devices to manage on the USB hub.
Computer - Not recommended
While a USB cable can connect a computer to Rugged BOSS SSD via the USB Type A port, it’s not
recommended. Tasks such as copying files are not available to computers when connected to the Type A
port. Computers that accept a charge via USB will rapidly drain Rugged BOSS SSD’s battery if it’s not
connected to a power outlet. Computer connections should be made via Rugged BOSS SSD’s USB-C port.
USB-C port
Rugged BOSS SSD is a large capacity hard drive and hub when connected to a PC/Mac.
Rugged BOSS SSD’s USB-C port is meant for connection to a computer. Use computers with the following
operating systems:
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